I assume the tag is in reference to the fact that the compressor was
assembled with mineral oil (R12), vs. PAG (R134a), so if you want to be
anal about it, just flush it out and proceed with adding back the
appropriate amount of PAG.  The compressors themselves should be
mechanically identical.

On Tue, Jul 3, 2012 at 7:11 AM, J Stewart <fonman4277@comcast.net> wrote:

> I ordered one, it came while I was out of town. Before ordering I called
> and asked if it was R-134 compatible and was told yes, either R12 or R134.
> It has a sticker on it that says "R12" and thats it-so is it safe to assume
> it is NOT compatible with R134? In which case it is going back, I never
> would have purchased a an R12 only compressor! Any have any experience with
> this?
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> Jeff Stewart
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Casey